How long do planning decisions take near Kemble?

The average planning decision time near Kemble is 50 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Kemble?

The planning approval rate near Kemble is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kemble?

The most common type of planning application near Kemble is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kemble?

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Kemble, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kemble, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Kemble are administered by Cotswold District Council. View the full Cotswold District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Kemble

Kemble is a picturesque village located in the civil parish of Kemble and Ewen within Gloucestershire's Cotswold district. Situated just 4 miles from Cirencester, Kemble is notably the closest settlement to Thames Head, the source of the River Thames. As of 2020, the village had an estimated population of 940, highlighting its small yet vibrant community, which may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area.

Population: 1,176 (2021)

District: Cotswold

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £540,029 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cotswold
Parliamentary constituency: South Cotswolds
LSOA: Cotswold 008A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kemble.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kemble.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Kemble based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

12 planning applications found near Kemble.

26/01913/TCONR - Elm Tree House School Road Kemble Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6AA
Rowan (T1)- 30% crown reduction Cherry (T2)- Fell (concerns about the tree undermining the cotswold stone wall Cypress (T3)- Fell
Status: Undecided | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-06-22
- Elm Tree House School Road Kemble Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6AA
Rowan (T1)- 30% crown reduction Cherry (T2)- Fell (concerns about the tree undermining the cotswold stone wall Cypress (T3)- Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-06-22
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- The Hollies Tamesis Drive Kemble Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6BJ
White beam to reduce by back to old points. Approx 35% Hazel to be reduced in height and reshape
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-06-19
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26/01889/TCONR - The Hollies Tamesis Drive Kemble Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6BJ
White beam to reduce by back to old points. Approx 35% Hazel to be reduced in height and reshape
Status: Undecided | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-06-19
26/01860/FUL - Equestrian Centre Home Farm Old Vicarage Lane Kemble Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6AD
Permanent retention of two mobile homes used for equestrian workers and associated works
Status: Undecided | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-06-18
- Larcum School Road Kemble Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6AD
Trees in the rear garden: T1 - Small leaning holly - we wish to fell and replace T2 - Dead elm - we wish to fell and replace T3 - Dying Thuja - we wish to fell and replace
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-02-24
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- Lodge Cottage Lodge Yard West Lane Kemble Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6AD
1 - Beech - reduce crown back to previous pruning points
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Kemble Lodge West Lane Kemble Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6AD
1 - Beech - reduce crown back to previous pruning points.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Land North East Of Clayfurlong Grove Kemble Gloucestershire
Compliance with condition 27 (Drainage) and Condition 28 (SuDS Management) of permission 20/00833/FUL - Erection of 15 dwellings and associated garages, car ports and car parking together with one new
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2023-11-03
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- Cramond Court Old Vicarage Lane Kemble Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6BB
Reduce height by c. one half of 3 mature conifers in front of east wall of Cramond Court
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2023-10-14
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- Land North East Of Clayfurlong Grove Kemble Gloucestershire
Compliance with conditions 6 (Landscape scheme inc 5yr plan), 8 (External lighting scheme), 10 (LEMP) of permission 20/00833/FUL - Erection of 15 dwellings and associated garages, car ports and car pa
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2023-05-17
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- Land North West Of Kemble Primary School West Lane Kemble Gloucestershire GL7 6QJ
Compliance with condition 24 (Estate Roads Maintenance) of permission 19/03417/FUL - Demolition of existing garaging and erection of eight residential dwellings and associated development. Two new veh
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Kemble in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Kemble show an average sale price of £540,029, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Kemble a particularly low-crime area.

Kemble has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Kemble, Kemble Station. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Kemble includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kemble Railway Cuttings SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Kemble

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Kemble. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Kemble may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kemble were tree works (6), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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